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Mother of Pearl Patania ruralis  
         
  B&F: 1405

ABH: 63.038

Status:  Resident

Distribution/Abundance:  Common

Primary Habitat:  Everywhere

Wingspan:  26-40mm

Flight Period:  July - August

Observations:  Larvae feed on Common Nettle. Adults are commonly seen in light traps.

Confusion Species: 

L.O.N.:  Every hedgerow

First Record:  1907, Wallis